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Ralph Kimball Obituary
Funeral services celebrating the life of Ralph Kimball will be held at 12:00 p.m., Monday, August 10, 2015 at The Pentecostals of Alexandria with Reverend Anthony Mangun officiating. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Ball under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Alexandria.
The family requests that visitation be observed at the Church Monday from 9:00 a.m. until time of service.
Mr. Kimball, 74, of Boyce, passed from this life on Friday, August 7, 2015 at CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital.
Mr. Kimball was born in Oklahoma City, OK. He lived most of his formative years in Vinton, LA. He graduated from Vinton High School in 1959 and then received a BS degree in Physics from McNeese University in 1964. While pursuing a Masters in Physics at Louisiana Tech, Mr. Kimball was recruited by Boeing Aircraft in Huntsville, AL and then relocated to work at the T.R.W. branch of NASA in Houston on the Apollo Lunar Landing Mission until 1972. In 1972, Ralph and his family moved to Alexandria where he then worked as an independent life insurance agent until his passing.
He has been a member of the Pentecostals of Alexandria for 42 years where he was actively involved in many of its ministries from nursing home visitation, bus route, choir, quartet, leading bible studies, Sunday school teaching, prison ministry, and music director of Calvary Tabernacle. His unyielding love for others was spread throughout the city of Alexandria touching countless lives and he will be greatly missed.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd Willie and Ruby Mae Frenzel Kimball and sister, Ruth Kimball Beard.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 54 years, JoAnn Deaton Kimball; sons, Mark Edward Kimball and Troy John Kimball and wife, Debbie; daughter, Rachel Kimball Stewart and husband, Ben; brothers, Michael Kimball and Bobby Kimball; sister, Teena Kimball Burke; six grandchildren and a host of other family members and friends.
Pallbearers will be Bryan Smart, Ronny Wiggins, Bill Mikesell, Phil Merril, Kol Garland, Reggie Murrell and Blake Tullos.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Donald Long, Frankie Razzberry, Russell Long, Jerry Clark, Charlie Charrier, Phil Jones, and Johnny Rosier.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Kimball
Kim (Jones) Vinzant
August 26, 2015
Mrs. Jo, so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear husband. Though I never had the pleasure of meeting him, I know he must have been a fine man, to have merited the love and caring of an angel such as you and for the Lord to have blessed him with the most compassionate nurse on earth :) Now he has his wings, but our prayers will be with you and your family as you miss his presence. In Christ's love,
Jack Schanz
August 14, 2015
Ralph was a loyal member of the Vinton High School Class of 1959. He came to the last reunion held at the home of Janet Mizell and blessed the other classmates with his presence. We know he is walking with the Lord and having a grand time. It was a pleasure to have been friends with him though the years.
We were unable to attend the services, but did lift up the family in prayer. We will continue to do so.
August 11, 2015
Troy and family, I read the obituary for your father. I can tell he was a wonderful man though I never had the pleasure of meeting him. How special for him to have worked on the Apollo Lunar Landing project. I'm sure that is just one of the memories you will treasure regarding your father. My prayers for God's comfort are with you all. Meri Hanks
Martha Bardwell
August 11, 2015
Joanne and family, I am so sorry...I just heard about Ralph's passing. I remember him sitting in front of Lee and I the first time we visited at POA and he made us feel so welcome! He was so loved my many and will be greatly missed by all his POA family! Much love to you all and prayers for God's peace and comfort to sustain you!
Helen & Gail Schexnaider
August 10, 2015
We so wanted to be at services, but found out too late. AL really enjoyed working in the Insurance Business with Ralph, and we felt like we were family. Your family is in our prayers.
Love,The Schexnaider family.
Tim Miller
August 10, 2015
Remember Mr. Kimball from Village Green. A strong family man who left a life long impression on the group of boys who trekked through his house. I'll always treasure the friendship I had with his son Mark.
Suzanne deMahy Kimball
August 10, 2015
Sorry I couldn't be there today with Korey. Your family will always be in our thoughts.
Pam Watson
August 10, 2015
So sorry to hear of your loss. Ralph was always a nice person to me.
Pam Williams Watson (Della & Lethy White's granddaughter)
August 10, 2015
Dear Kimball family:
We were very saddened to hear of Ralph's passing. He was a truly a fine man and will be sorely missed!
Paul and Annabel Price
Ralph baptizing my baby girl. :)
Mitzi Gardner
August 10, 2015
The most amazing example of Gods Love. He was a relentless lover of people and the Word of God. He lived Kingdom minded in word and in deed, always reaching for those that were lost and broken. The presence of God permeated out of him every where he went. Now he is with the Father and having an amazing time with all the ones he taught about...
Susan Clinton
August 10, 2015
Mama Jo,
I love you all. You were there for me over and over again. I will keep you in my prayers and in my heart forever.
Brigitte Paul Kelso
August 10, 2015
Mrs. Jo, I am so sorry to hear about Ralph. I enjoyed working with him and he was a sweet person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Penny Lincecum Wyatt
August 9, 2015
Joanne, was so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. So many good memories of when Donavan and I were with you all. You and your family are in my prayers.
Ambre Murdock
August 9, 2015
Aunt Jo,
I love you more than words can say. I love you uncle Ralph equally as much. I know you are not blood related to me that is far as I'm concerned you have been, are, and always will bepart of my family. we will all miss uncle Ralph. he was such an inspiration to everyone around him and always thinking of others before himself. the kingdom of God truly gained an awesome man. not to mention that heavenly grand piano will definitely be going. Aunt Jo you will remain in my thoughts and prayers along with your family. I pray that Jesus continues to wrap his loving arms around you and hold you in this time of sadness.
Sam Wilkinsom
August 9, 2015
So sorry to learn of Ralph's passing. Your whole family has always been so special to me and my family. Ralph leaves many fond memories of things he said and did, and as long as we have those memories he will live on in our fond hearts and minds. Our thoughts and prayer are with you all. Much love.
Cheryl and Kermit Pharris
August 9, 2015
Mrs. Jo, We are so sorry for your loss. I'm so sorry for all that Ralph and your family have gone through in these last few years. I know ya'lls life together was so blessed and I loved hearing about it and seeing it in person. May God keep His loving arms around you and your whole family. Love you! In sympathy, Cheryl and Kermit
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